2014 Fiat Punto 1.4L Petrol · LF64 CYZ

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 12 November 2025 at 103,731 miles, but the outcome was heavily reliant on advisories, with four items flagged as minor defects—two worn tyres and two discoloured indicators—none of which were severe enough to cause failure. The immediate prior test on 7 November 2025, just five days earlier, ended in failure due to an exhaust emissions fault and the same tyre and indicator issues, indicating the car was only just brought up to standard. This pattern suggests the maintenance trend is neither improving nor stabilising; it is being kept barely legal through reactive repairs rather than proactive care. The recorded mileage shows consistent annual use of approximately 8,600 miles, which aligns with average usage for a 12-year-old vehicle. There are no significant gaps in testing or sudden spikes in mileage between tests. The jump from 76,360 miles in November 2023 to 89,496 miles in November 2024 represents 13,136 miles in one year, slightly above average, but the subsequent 14,235 miles over the next 12 months remains within plausible limits for regular use. The absence of any long-term storage indicators suggests the car has been driven consistently, though the proximity of the two November 2025 tests implies a last-minute effort to clear the MOT. A buyer must inspect the rear tyres in person immediately; they have been flagged for cracking and perishing in three consecutive tests since November 2023, suggesting either prolonged neglect or poor-quality replacements. The front suspension’s track rod end dust covers have been compromised for at least two years, with one now severely damaged—this is a precursor to joint failure and should be replaced before any long journey. The exhaust emissions failure in November 2025 points to a failing lambda sensor or catalytic converter, which may require costly remediation. The repeated advisories on indicator discoloration and items obstructing the driver’s view are symptoms of general neglect; the windscreen and lighting condition should be checked thoroughly, as these often correlate with broader care issues. There is no record of structural corrosion or brake wear, but the age and mileage mean the brake discs, calipers, and coil springs should be inspected for signs of binding or fatigue.